2018 VOLVO XC90 towing

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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CAUTION
The towing eyelet is only intended for towing on roads, and must not be used to pull vehi-
cles from ditches or any similar purpose involving severe strain. Call a tow truck forprofessional assistance.
CAUTION
Note that the vehicle must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward.
Related information
• Attaching and removing the towing eyelet (p. 454)
HomeLink®
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HomeLink ®
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is a programmable remote control,
integrated in the vehicle electrical system, that can control up to three different devices (e.g.garage door opener, alarm system, outdoor andindoor lighting, etc.) and thereby replace theremote controls for these.
General
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Indicator light HomeLink
®
is delivered integrated in the rearview
mirror. The HomeLink ®
panel consists of three
programmable buttons and an indicator light in the mirror. For more information about HomeLink ®
, please
visit www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/ HomeLinkGentex or call 1-800-355-3515. Save the original remote controls for future pro- gramming (e.g. for use in another vehicle). It isalso advisable to delete the button programmingif the vehicle is sold.
Related information
• Using HomeLink (p. 458)
• Programming HomeLink ®
* (p. 457)
• Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 459)
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Certain markets only.
11 HomeLink and the HomeLink house symbol are registered trademarks of Gentex Corporation.

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WHEELS AND TIRES
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Related information
• Recommended tire pressure (p. 537)
• Adjusting tire pressure (p. 536)
• Calibrating the tire pressure monitoring sys- tem
* (p. 539)
• Viewing tire pressure status in the centerdisplay
* (p. 540)
• Tire pressure monitoring system
* (p. 537)
• Inflate tires with the compressor included in the tire sealing system (p. 555)
When changing wheels
The wheels can be changed, e.g. to switch to snow tires or spare tires. Follow the applicableinstructions for removing and installing thewheel.
Changing to tires of another dimensionMake sure that the tire dimension is approved for use on the vehicle. If you change to tires of another dimension, con- tact an authorized Volvo workshop to update thevehicle's software. A software update may benecessary when changing to tires of larger/smaller dimensions or when changing to or fromsnow tires.
Related information
• Removing a wheel (p. 544)
• Installing a wheel (p. 546)
• Tool kit (p. 542)
• Snow tires (p. 549)
• Spare wheel (p. 547)
• Wheel bolts (p. 543)
Tool kit Tools for e.g. towing or changing wheels are provided in the vehicle's cargo compartment.
The foam block under the cargo compartment floor contains the towing eyelet, the tire sealingsystem, the tool for removing plastic wheel boltcovers and the tool for removing the lockingwheel bolts. If the vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel
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, a
jack, lug wrench, and a package with disposable gloves and a bag for the damagedwheel are also provided.
Related information
• When changing wheels (p. 542)
• Jack
* (p. 543)
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Not available on all models.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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1. Turn on the vehicle's hazard warning flashers
if a wheel change must be performed in an area with traffic.
2. Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P.
For vehicles with
Leveling Control* : If the
vehicle is equipped with pneumatic suspen- sion, this must be switched off before the vehicle is lifted with the jack *.
3. Take out the jack *, lug wrench * and tool for
removing the plastic covers, which are stowed in the foam block.
Tool for removing the plastic covers on the wheel bolts.
4. Place chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are still on the ground. For exam- ple, use heavy wooden blocks or largestones. 5.
Using the lug wrench *, screw the towing eye
into place as far as possible according to theinstructions.
CAUTION
The towing eyelet must be screwed into the lug wrench * as far as possible.
6. Remove the plastic covers from the wheel
bolts using the designated tool.
7. With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench/towing eye to loosen the wheel bolts ½-1 turn by pressing downward (coun-terclockwise). 8. When hoisting the vehicle, it is important that
the jack * or garage lift arms are positioned
on the designated points under the vehicle.The triangle markings on the plastic coverindicate where the jack attachment points/lifting points are located. There are two jackattachment points on each side of the vehi-cle. There is a groove for the jack at eachattachment point.
9. Position the jack under the attachment point being used, ensuring that the surface is firm, flat and not slippery.

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WHEELS AND TIRES
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WARNING
•The vehicle must never be driven with more than one "Temporary spare" tiremounted.
• Driving with a spare wheel may alter thedriving characteristics of the vehicle.Replace the spare wheel with a normalwheel as soon as possible.
• The spare wheel is smaller than the nor-mal wheel, which affects the vehicle'sground clearance. Watch for high curbsand do not wash the vehicle in an auto-matic car wash when a spare wheel ismounted.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendedtire inflation pressure for the spare wheel.
• On all-wheel drive vehicles, the drive onthe rear axle can be disconnected.
• If the spare wheel is mounted on thefront axle, snow chains must not be used.
• The spare wheel must not be repaired.
CAUTION
The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire otherthan the one that came with the vehicle. Theuse of different size wheels can seriouslydamage your vehicle's transmission.
This illustration is general. The shape and design of the foam block may vary depending on vehicle model.
The spare wheel is located in the spare wheel well with the outside of the wheel facing down-ward. The same bolt runs through both the sparewheel and foam block to hold them into place.The foam block contains all tools needed tochange a wheel.
Related information
•When changing wheels (p. 542)
• Recommended tire pressure (p. 537)
Accessing the spare wheel
Follow these instructions regarding handling the spare wheel.
1. Lift the rear edge of the cargo compartment floor.
2. Unscrew the retaining bolt.
3. Lift out the foam block containing the tools.
4. Lift out the spare wheel.
Stowing a flat tire1. Take out the package containing the wheel bag from the foam block and put the wheel in the bag.
2. Return the tools to their correct positions in the foam block and put the foam block backin the vehicle.
3. Screw down the foam block with the retain- ing bolt and lower the cargo compartmentfloor.
4. Put the flat tire in the trunk/cargo compart- ment.
Related information
• Spare wheel (p. 547)

WHEELS AND TIRES
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Determining the vehicle's permittedweight
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi- mum return of vehicle design performance.
Weight designationsBefore loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining yourvehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer,from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian Motor Vehi-cle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label, andthe vehicle's tire information placard:
Curb weight
The weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does notinclude passengers, cargo, or optional equipment.
Capacity weight
All weight added to the curb weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, tow-bar weight is also part of cargo weight.
Permissible axle weight
The maximum allowable weight that can be car- ried by a single axle (front or rear). These num-bers are shown on the Federal/Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label.The total load on each axle must never exceed itsmaximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passengers.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement "the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle's plac-ard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in yourvehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.For example, if the "XXX" amount equals1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. pas-sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availa-ble cargo and luggage load capacity is 650lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. Thatweight may not safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacity calculatedin Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to yourvehicle. Consult this manual to determinehow this reduces the available cargo and lug-gage load capacity of your vehicle.
WARNING
• Exceeding the permissible axle weight, gross vehicle weight, or any other weightrating limits can cause tire overheatingresulting in permanent deformation orcatastrophic failure.
• Do not use replacement tires with lowerload carrying capacities than the tires thatwere original equipment on the vehiclebecause this will lower the vehicle's GVWrating. Use only tires with the correct loadcarrying capacity. Consult your Volvoretailer for information.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 564)

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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Sun visors In the ceiling in front of the driver and front pas- senger, there are sun visors that can be loweredand angled to the side as necessary.
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
The mirror lighting * comes on automatically when
the cover is lifted up. The mirror frame has a holder for e.g. cards or tickets.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
Cargo compartment The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment that makes it possible to carry and secure largeobjects.
The cargo compartment capacity can be consid- erably increased by folding down the backrests in the second and third rows
* of seats. To make
loading and unloading easier, the rear section of the vehicle can be raised and lowered using the level control function *. Use the load anchoring
eyelets or grocery bag holders to help secure objects in place, and the retractable cargo com- partment cover * to help conceal objects in the
cargo compartment. The towing eyelet and tire sealing system, or the temporary spare tire *, are located under the
cargo compartment floor.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 564)
• Grocery bag holders (p. 566)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 567)
• Installing and removing the cargo compart-ment cover
* (p. 567)
Loading recommendations
There are a number of things to consider when carrying loads in or on the vehicle.
Load-carrying capacity is determined by the vehi- cle's curb weight. The total weight of all passen-gers and any installed accessories reduces thevehicle's load-carrying capacity by the corres-ponding amount.
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics change depending on the weight and position of theload.
Loading in the trunk and cargo compartment
• Position objects so they are pressing against the rear seat backrests.
• Distribute the load evenly.
• Heavy objects should be positioned as lowas possible. Avoid placing heavy objects onfolded-down seat backrests.
• Cover sharp corners with a soft cloth or simi-lar to help prevent damage to the upholstery.
• Use the load anchoring eyelets and tension-ing straps or similar to secure all objects.

SPECIFICATIONS
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Weights The following table lists important weight data for your vehicle.
CategoryUSA
(lbs)Canada(kg)
Gross vehicle weight 7-seat, AWD (All Wheel Drive) 6060 2750 Other models
6005 2725
Capacity weight 7-seat
1210 550
Other models 1100 500
Permissible axle weights, front 7-seat, AWD (All Wheel Drive) 2885 1310Other models
2865 1300
Permissible axle weights, rear 3280 1490
Curb weight 7-seat
4430–4650 2040–2140
5-seat 4270–4520 2000–2080
Max. roof load 220 100
CAUTION
•When loading the vehicle, the maximum gross vehicle weight and permissible axleweights may not be exceeded.
Related information
•Type designations (p. 636)
• Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 642)

SPECIFICATIONS
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Towing capacity and tongue weight Towing capacity and tongue weight are shown in the tables below.
Category
USA
(lbs)Canada(kg)
Max. trailer weights Without brakes:
1650 750
With brakes (AWD): 5000 2250
With brakes (FWD): 4000 1800
Max. tongue weight AWD:
500 225
FWD: 400 180
CAUTION
•The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft(1,000 m) above sea level. With increas-ing altitude the engine power and there-fore the car's climbing ability are impairedbecause of the reduced air density, sothe maximum trailer weight has to bereduced accordingly. The weight of thecar and trailer must be reduced by 10%for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (orpart thereof).
Related information
• Type designations (p. 636)
• Weights (p. 641) •
Driving with a trailer (p. 449)
• Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 451)